US Bridges

Abbeyfield DR over (o) Bevelheimer Ditch

Good

Franklin County, Ohio · @ Norton Crossing ST · Structure no. 2563584

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
500
2009 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Abbeyfield DR over (o) Bevelheimer Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Abbeyfield DR over (o) Bevelheimer Ditch in Franklin County, Ohio. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 500 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 694 by 2029. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long.

CarriesAbbeyfield DR
Crosses(o) Bevelheimer Ditch
Location@ Norton Crossing ST
RouteCity Street 4729
StateOhio
Coordinates40.11021, -82.82867
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic500 (2009)
Projected traffic694 by 2029
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Abbeyfield DR over (o) Bevelheimer Ditch built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Abbeyfield DR over (o) Bevelheimer Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Abbeyfield DR over (o) Bevelheimer Ditch carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Abbeyfield DR over (o) Bevelheimer Ditch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m).

Who owns Abbeyfield DR over (o) Bevelheimer Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.